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Ralph Steele Obituary

Ret. Col. Ralph O. Steele, 97 SAN MARCOS -- Ralph Steele passed away Saturday, September 4, 2010. He was born May 28, 1913 in Derby, England, son of Frederick Steele and Ada Blake. Ralph was a U.S. Army Veteran, serving in Normandy during WWII. After the war, he became a CPA. Ralph is survived by his wife, Patricia Steele of Costa Mesa; son, Scott Innes; daughter, Shawn Sanderson and son-in-law, John; grandsons, Ian, Ashton, and Easton Sanderson; and good friend, Joan. Interment will be held at 2:15 p.m.,Wednesday, Sept. 22, at Riverside National Cemetery in Riverside, Calif. Memorial contributions may be made in his name to Mission Hills Church, 400 Mission Hills Court, San Marcos, Calif 92069. Sign the Guest Book online obits.nctimes.com

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Published by North County Times from Sep. 16 to Sep. 19, 2010.

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Holly McKnight

October 5, 2010

Ralph was such a special person. His wisdom, knowledge of history and sense of humor were all traits I admired and enjoyed. He was so easy to be around. He and Betty were special gifts in my life and I will always hold them both in my heart.

Mairi Barsky

October 2, 2010

I have to second the thoughts expressed above by Bonnie! Uncle Ralph shared his passions for reading, for Shakespeare, for travel and for history, along with a love of life that has influenced me throughout my life. He will be sorely missed, but remembered always with love and fondness.

Bonnie Kuhl

September 18, 2010

Uncle Ralph was an incredible influence on my life. Appreciating culture and travel and the joy of history. I treasure all the moments we have had.....first with Aunt Betty and then, with wonderful "Aunt Pat".

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